Downloading A Rom Update - HP 345561-001 Startup And Reference Manual

Downloading and Installing a ROM Update
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CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful
installation, download and install a ROM update only while the notebook
is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter or a DC
cable. (Do not download or install a ROM update while the notebook is
docked or running on battery power.) During the download and
installation:
Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.
Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable,
or cord.

Downloading a ROM Update:

1. Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for
your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support, then select a
software update link. Or, visit the HP Web Site at:
http://www.hp.com/support
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your
notebook and access the ROM update you want to download.
3. At the download area:
a. Record the date, name, or other identifier of any ROM
b. Record the path to the default or custom location on the
c. Follow the online instructions to download your selection
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update that is later than the ROM currently installed on
your notebook. (You may need to identify the update
later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.)
hard drive to which the ROM package will download.
(You may need to access the ROM package after it has
been downloaded.)
to the hard drive.
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